Gulliver's Travels
Part Three: A Voyage to Laputa, Balnibarbi, Luggnagg, Glubbdubdrib, and Japan: Chapter 6
by Jonathan Swift
A further account of the academy. The author proposes some improvements, which are honourably received.
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A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Third: The Track of a Storm—Chapter 10: The Substance of the Shadow
by Charles Dickens
Dr. Manette's own account of his imprisonment is read in court. Darnay's fate is sealed by the actions of his father and uncle.
The Age of Innocence
Part 2, Chapter 30
by Edith Wharton
Changing circumstances bring Ellen and Newland together again.
Squinty, the Comical Pig
Chapter 5: “Squinty and the Boy”
by Richard Barnum
Squinty’s brothers and sisters were glad to see him and he told them of his adventures in getting lost. A boy begs his father to buy Squinty from the farm. The farmer agrees and Squinty is sold to the boy.
The Tragedy of MacBeth
Act 5, Scene 1
by William Shakespeare
The doctor is witness to Lady Macbeth''s strange behavior.
Beyond the City
Chapter VII: “Venit Tandem Felicitas”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Charles sends a clumsily written letter to Ida asking her if she would accompany him on his tandem tricycle. She accepts and as they ride, he asks her to marry him. She pities him and concedes that she will think about it. However, when he grabs her hand, she does not pull away.
Pygmalion
Act 4
by George Bernard Shaw
Higgins and Pickering's conversation angers Eliza.
Great Expectations
Chapter 5
by Charles Dickens
The Police show up at Pips house seeking assistance from Joe. Pip begins to feel a sense of loyalty to the convict. The convicts are discovered together, and Pip is shielded from blame.
The Crimson Fairy Book
“The Horse Gullfaxi and the Sword Gunnfoder”
by Andrew Lang
A boy Sigurd becomes cursed by a giantess and has to go through several trials to escape the many magical dangers in the kingdom. He meets a girl Helga and they live happily ever after.
Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
“The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin”
by Beatrix Potter
Squirrel Nutkin goes along with a group of squirrels to Owl Island to gather nuts. However, while all the other squirrels are busy collecting nuts, Nutkin is often playing or making mischief. While the other squirrels present the island’s resident owl, Old Brown, with gifts to earn his permission to gather nuts, Nutkin dances and taunts the owl with sing-song rhymes. Eventually, after Nutkin annoys Old Brown many times, the owl captures Nutkin and tries to skin him alive. Nutkin escapes but not without getting his tail bitten off.
Songs of the Wind on a Southern Shore, and other Poems of Florida
“Moonlight in Old St. Augustine”
by George E. Merrick
The moon cast an eery glow over the landscape of St. Augustine.
The Wind in the Willows
Wayfarers All
by Kenneth Grahame
Rat is about to leave on another adventure with the Sea Rat, but is stopped by Mole before departing.
Great Expectations
Chapter 38
by Charles Dickens
Pip visits Estella in London. Pip confronts Estella about one of her suitors.
St. Augustine Under Three Flags: Tourist Guide and History
"St. Augustine: Seminole War"
by W.J. Harris Company
The major events and players of the Seminole War are described, including important treaties, battles, and chiefs.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 19: In Which a Notable Plan is Discussed and Determined On
by Charles Dickens
Oliver is volunteered for a job with Bill Sikes. Fagin, remembering an earlier incident, keeps his eye on Nancy.
Moby Dick
Chapter 95: The Cassock
by Herman Melville
Ishmael describes various other parts of the whale.
Anne of Green Gables
Chapter 13: The Delights of Anticipation
by Lucy Maud Montgomery
Anne is anxious to attend the church picnic.
Anne of Green Gables
Chapter 25: Matthew Insists on Puffed Sleeves
by Lucy Maud Montgomery
Matthew summons his courage to update Anne's wardrobe. Anne receives a gift from Diana's aunt.
The Yellow Fairy Book
The Glass Axe
by Andrew Lang
How a Prince overcomes a curse and is able to live happily with his bride.
Lyrics of Lowly Life
"The Colored Soldiers"
by Paul Laurence Dunbar
"If the muse were mine to tempt it"
Main Street
Chapter 21
by Sinclair Lewis
Raymond and Vida, now active in town activities, are married. Vida is jealous and resentful of Carol taking Will's love for granted.
Treasure Island
Part Two: The Sea Cook, Chapter 9: Powder and Arms
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Jim, Silver, and the others meet Mr. Arrow, the first mate, and Smollett, the Captain. Livesey declares his trust for Smollett and Silver.
Main Street
Chapter 12
by Sinclair Lewis
Carol's attempts at rebuilding and reforming the town continue to be thwarted by the townspeople. In order to maintain their social status, Carol and Kennicott move to the lake for the summer. Carol is initially impressed by the Perrys, but changes her mind after hearing their opinions.
Flatland
Part 2, Section 18: How I Came to Spaceland, and What I Saw There
by Edwin A. Abbott
The author describes his journey to Spaceland.
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
Chapter 18: “The Trial of Eureka the Kitten”
by L. Frank Baum
A piglet is missing and Eureka seems guilty.
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